Replying to @uhwhome Ever wonder how egg donation actually works? Here’s the science behind how we got 40 eggs for our surrogacy journey. 🤯 It doesn’t take from a donor's future supply, it just rescues eggs that would have been lost anyway. Next up: these 40 eggs became 2 pregnancies! #eggdonation #ivf #surrogacy #LearnOnTikTok #sciencefacts #fyp #twodads
An important update on our second baby, J2. Sharing some unexpected news and what comes next for our family. Thank you for all your support. ❤️ #surrogacy #update #dads #family #fyp #digeorgesyndrome
Naming strategies 👇 1. The Barista & Backyard Test Say it out loud. Yell it across a park. Have a Starbucks barista try to spell it. If it passes these real-world tests, you're on the right track. 2. The Boardroom & Playground Check Does the name sound just as good for a CEO as it does for a kindergartener? A great name should grow with them through every stage of life. 3. The Legacy Audit What story does the name tell? Look into its origin, meaning, and cultural significance. You're not just choosing a name; you're choosing their first chapter. 4. The Monogram Check Write out their potential initials (first, middle, last). You want to catch any accidental acronyms or unfortunate combinations before they're on a diploma. 5. The Popularity Pulse Check the Social Security Administration's data. Is the name timelessly popular or just trendy? Aim for a name that feels special without being tied to a fleeting moment. 6. The Sibling Synergy Test How do the names sound together? For us, with two on the way, we want names that feel like they belong to the same story, but can also stand strong on their own. 7. The Nickname Veto Consider every possible nickname, both good and bad. If there's a nickname you can't stand, decide if it's a risk you're willing to take. What's your #1 rule for choosing a name? #babynames #parentingtips #surrogacyjourney #twodads #nesting #dadtobe #namemeaning
Packing our hospital bag for M1's arrival in Mexico City! It's a little different than the packing lists you normally see online, since our agency has some specific requirements for our international surrogacy journey. Here's exactly what we're required to bring for the baby. Save this if you're on a similar path! 👇 FOR BABY: - 4 sets of pre-washed clothes (pants, long-sleeve shirts) - 3 onesies - 2 pairs of socks - 1 hat - 1 pair of no-scratch mittens - 2 thin blankets - 1 thick blanket - Baby lotion - Diaper cream - Newborn diapers, wipes, & formula (bringing our own just in case!) - Newborn bottles It's starting to feel so real! Can't believe we'll be learning from this and then doing it all over again for J2 in December. #hospitalbag #whattopack #surrogacyjourney #twodads #babyprep #nesting #mexicosurrogacy
Happy 10th marriage anniversary to Papa, who wanted to be the tall one today ❤️ #pregnancyannouncement #2025baby #babyannouncement #miraclebaby #surrogacy #ivf #twodads
Replying to @skiersalko An update on our baby's genetic testing. The first test failed, so we're moving on to a new procedure. Back in the waiting game for a couple more weeks. Thank you for all the love. ❤️ #surrogacy #update #dads #family #fyp #digeorgesyndrome #amniocentesis
This message from our surrogate started out normal... and then it completely wrecked me. This was my genuine reaction. #surrogacy #ivf #dadstobe #infertility #emotional #fyp